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A useful compilation of community Events and activities over the summer in Southampton for families in the SO14 to SO19 areas from Southampton Voluntary Services. Scan the QR code or go to https://solinked.org.uk/community_services/summer-2026-community-events-and-activities-in-southampton/

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One week until Play Day at Hoglands Park! ⏰

This time next week, on Friday 24 July, Hoglands Park will be ready to welcome you to the summer Play Day, hosted by the council's Junior Wardens Southampton.

The event is running from 11am - 3pm and will feature a range of fun FREE activities and games for all ages! ⛹️

Get into the summer spirit and celebrate the school holidays with a great day out for everyone. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

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PECS v. Visual Support

Recently there have been discussions around the difference between these. Hopefully this can help. You can find our more here - https://sotonpcf.org.uk/updates/

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Don't forget, tomorrow we are taking part in Southampton Mental Health Network Mental Health Friendly Day.
Join us in Sholing for our parent and carer support group. It is an opportunity to meet other parents and carers who understand the challenges you may be facing, enjoy a cuppa, and take part in a relaxing craft activity - no skill required!
Emma and Lynne will be there to welcome you, so come along for a friendly chat in a supportive and understanding environment.
We look forward to seeing you there.

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How to apply for 30 hours childcare

You can apply for your code up to 16 weeks before your baby turns 9 months old.

You need to apply online before the deadline to receive a code to give to your childcare provider. The deadline is the day before the new term begins, but we encourage you to apply earlier, and recommend applying at least 6 weeks before the deadline. Some providers may ask for codes before the deadline, so we recommend you speak to your provider to find out if this is the case. The deadlines are:

Before you apply, you’ll need to make sure you have the following information to hand:

- your National Insurance number (or unique taxpayer reference if you are self-employed)
- the date you started or are due to start work
- details of any government support or benefits you receive
- the UK birth certificate reference number (if you have one) for your child
- If you are a foster carer, there is a separate application process. Speak to your social worker to find out more.

Once you have applied, you will receive an 11-digit code to give to your childcare provider to access the entitlements.

You’ll need to take the code to your childcare provider, along with your National Insurance number and your child’s date of birth. Your childcare provider will check the code and then allocate your child a place if they have one available.

If you have applied and are waiting for a code, we still recommend you speak to your provider to let them know you intend to take up a place.

Once you have received your code, you will need to reconfirm every 3 months even if you have not yet started using your entitlements.
For further information, go to Best Start in Life https://beststartinlife.gov.uk/childcare-early-years-education/15-and-30-hours-support/
To apply go to https://www.gov.uk/sign-in-childcare-account

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Join us this Tuesday for a get together with NDMT and Ellie Education psychologist 10am-12pm at Lordshill Community Centre, Cromarty Road, So16 8LX. No need to book, just turn up, refreshements will be provided.

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We are delighted to be launching a new support group at Northam Community Centre The team there have been so lovely and welcoming and we cannot wait to get started.